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“I used to be afraid of failing at something that really mattered to me, but now I'm more afraid of succeeding at things that don't matter.”

Quote by Bob Goff

Book:Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World

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Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World

This book explores the transformative power of love and how it can be found and expressed in the most ordinary of circumstances, offering practical advice and inspiring stories. more

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Bob Goff is an author known for his inspiring books and speeches that focus on the importance of love, forgiveness, and interpersonal relationships. Although his exact birth and death dates are unknown, his influence is evident in contemporary society. more

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